The film explores the origins of Bruce Banner. [75] The film grossed $132.2 million in North America on a budget of $137 million. The title was shortened in August 2020. Hulk (also known as The Hulk) is a 2003 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name, directed by Ang Lee and written by James Schamus, Michael France, and John Turman, from a story by Schamus. Ross arrests David, sending him to a mental hospital. [8][14][33] Director Ang Lee and his producing partner James Schamus became involved with the film on January 20, 2001. But he used quite a lot of elements from John Turman's scripts and quite a lot from mine, and that's why we were credited. After Bruce refuses, David bites into a wire and absorbs the energy, mutating into a powerful electrical creature. Betty tracks David down and asks him about Bruce. [21] Universal had mixed feelings over Turman's script, but future screenwriters would use many elements. [80] However, aside from Hulk's mixed reception, Universal didn't meet the established deadline for filming a sequel to Ang Lee's film. Paul Kersey as … David talks to Bruce at a military base in the city but has descended into megalomania. Andrew Jackson. [67] Paul Clinton of CNN believed the cast gave strong performances, but in an otherwise positive review, heavily criticized the computer-generated imagery, calling the Hulk "a ticked-off version of Shrek". Bruce Banner, a genetics researcher with a tragic past, suffers an accident that causes him to transform into a raging green monster when he gets angry. Andrew Jackson. It was directed by Ang Lee and stars Eric Bana , Jennifer Connelly , Sam Elliott , Josh Lucas , and Nick Nolte. Hulk (2003) has some aspects I like such as the three lead characters, the villain is meh, the Hulk scenes are pretty cool and it does have some interesting ideas. Despite owing him Betty's life, Ross remains skeptical about helping Bruce because he considers Bruce "damned" to follow in David's footsteps. [76], Connelly and Danny Elfman received nominations at the 30th Saturn Awards with Best Actress and Best Music. Universal was courting France once more to write the screenplay,[8] but changed their minds when Joe Johnston became the director in April 1997. Make Offer - 2003 MAISTO MARVEL INCREDIBLE HULK HUMMER H2 1:37 DIECAST VEHICLE. | France cited inspiration from the 1980s Hulk stories, which introduced Brian Banner, Bruce's abusive father who killed his mother. Once his wife gives birth to their son Bruce, David realizes attempts to find a cure for the child's condition when the government, represented by Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross, shuts down his research after learning of his dangerous experiment. France turned in his final drafts in late 1999 – January 2000. Avengers Assemble (TV series) The Incredible Hulk (1982 animated series) The Incredible Hulk (1996 animated series) Michael France and Stan Lee were invited into Universal's offices in 1993, with France writing the script. Graig Robertson. Talbot induces a nightmare from Bruce's repressed memories and triggers a transformation resulting in his death and the Hulk escaping Desert Base. With 37 days to compose over two hours of music, Elfman agreed out of respect to Lee. After a lab accident involving gamma radiation, he finds himself able to turn into a giant green-skinned creature whenever emotionally provoked or stressed. France felt, "James Schamus did a significant amount of work on the screenplay. [74], Hulk was released on June 20, 2003, earning $62.1 million in its opening weekend, which made it the 16th highest ever opener at the time. [29], Hensleigh found the rewriting process too complicated and dropped out, feeling he "wasted nine months in pre-production". Bruce Banner, a scientist on the run from the U.S. Government, must find a … [61] Hulk was released on Ultra HD Blu-ray on July 9, 2019. Directed by Ang Lee. [81] However, Edward Norton rewrote Penn's script after he signed on to star, retelling the origin story in flashbacks and revelations, to establish the film as a reboot; director Louis Leterrier agreed with this approach. With Eric Bana, Jennifer Connelly, Sam Elliott, Josh Lucas. Just weeks before the film's release, several workprints leaked on the Internet. Hulk Cast and Crew "Unleash the hero within" TMDb Score. ILM started computer animation work in 2001 and completed it in May 2003, just one month before the film's release. He wants Bruce's power and his help to destroy his enemies. [64] Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "B−" on an A+ to F scale. Representing the government, Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross shuts down David's research after discovering his dangerous experiments. David calls Bruce that night and says he has mutated his three dogs and sicked them on Betty. The shady Major Talbot becomes interested in creating regenerating soldiers for the military-industrial complex with the research. It made $113.2 million in foreign countries, coming to a worldwide total of $245.4 million. The United States military pursues him, and he comes into conflict with his biological father, who has a dark plan for his son. [58] The DVD included behind-the-scenes footage, enhanced viewing options that allow users to manipulate a 3-D Hulk model, and cast and crew commentaries. [73] In 2018, Peter Sobczynski of RogerEbert.com wrote that the film is "a genuinely great example of cinematic pop art that deserves a reappraisal". [57], Hulk was released on VHS and DVD on October 28, 2003. Betty can't fathom Bruce's survival since the nanomeds killed everything else they've touched. 0. Nonetheless, Betty convinces Ross to let her help Bruce try to control his changes. Hulk. Marvel Super Heroes VS Street Fighter (1997 Video Game) [36] Schamus said he had found the storyline that introduced Brian Banner, allowing Lee to write a drama that again explored father-son themes. [59] The film earned $61.2 million in DVD sales during 2003. David Banner (not the same character as in the TV series) is a genetics researcher who experiments on himself, trying to improve human DNA. [18] Michael France and Stan Lee were invited into Universal's offices in 1993, with France writing the script. "[8] France was writing the script on the fast track from July—September 1999. The film was released on June 20, 2003, and it grossed $245 million worldwide, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 2003. The film was nominated for Best Science Fiction Film but lost out to X2, another movie based on Marvel characters. Hulk (2003) is a movie based on the series The Incredible Hulk. Meanwhile, David subjects himself to the nanomeds and gammasphere, becoming able to meld with and absorb the properties of anything he touches. Turman wrote ten drafts and wa… David confronts Betty at her house, offering to surrender himself and asking to speak to Bruce "one last time" in exchange. 0. Major Glenn Talbot is the secondary antagonist in the 2003 film Hulk. Bruce hardly recalls what happened after Betty finds him unconscious in his home the next morning. [17] One of the many visual images in the film that presented an acting challenge for Bana was Lee's split-screen technique to mimic a comic book page panels cinematically. After hours, David meets him, revealing their relationship and hinting at Bruce's mutation. Filming & Production Then he co-starred in Black Hawk Down (2001), then starred in Hulk (2003). Bruce Banner, a genetics researcher with a tragic past, suffers massive radiation exposure in his laboratory that causes him to transform into a raging green monster when he gets angry. Follow 1683. The film stars Eric Bana as Dr. Bruce Banner, as well as Jennifer Connelly, Sam Elliott, Josh Lucas, and Nick Nolte with Ang Lee directing the film. Directed by (1) Writing credits (4) Cast (104) Produced by (11) Music by (1) Cinematography by (1) Film Editing by (3) Casting By (2) Production Design by (1) Art Direction by (3) Set Decoration by (3) Costume Design by (2) This technique required many more takes of individual scenes than usual. His script had Banner trying to create cells with regenerative capabilities to convince himself that he is not like his father. Hulk: The Video Game (2003 Video Game) Hulk . For the 2008 film, see, "Marvel Characters holding attraction for filmmakers", https://web.archive.org/web/20141116175753/http://starkindustries.ru/Scripts/Hulk_John_Turman.pdf, "Incredible Hulk: Setting the Record Straight", https://web.archive.org/web/20160908041617/http://starkindustries.ru/Scripts/Hulk_Hensleigh.pdf, "Stewart goes boldly; renewed U fills its slate", "Countdown to 'Hulk': Screenwriter Michael France talks, "Universal Pictures to Open 'The Hulk,' Directed by Ang Lee, on June 20, 2003", "Life of Pi composer Mychael Danna on making a soundtrack sing and a director happy", "Elfman masters a monster: Score one for 'The Hulk, "An Evening with Mychael Danna on the Phone", "Hulk [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]", "Hulk – 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Ultra HD Review | High Def Digest", "TRAILER WATCH – Marvel's THE AVENGERS: Just Another Superhero Movie? [83], This article is about the 2003 film. [65], Roger Ebert gave a positive review, explaining, "Ang Lee is trying to actually deal with the issues in the story of the Hulk, instead of simply cutting to brainless visual effects." Sam Elliott as Ross. Dennis Muren, Michael Lantieri, and the special effects crew were nominated for Best Special Effects.[77]. The film is produced and distributed by Universal Pictures. Filming then moved to the Universal backlot in Los Angeles, using Stage 12 for the water tank scene, before finishing in the first week of August. I think that at some point when I wasn't in the room, there may have been discussions about turning it into a Jim Carrey or Adam Sandler movie. Josh Lucas as Talbot. Seeking to profit from the Hulk's abilities, Talbot tries and fails to provoke Bruce before putting him in an isolation tank. MARVEL UNIVERSE DIE-CAST COLLECTION PULLBACK POWER RACERS -SET OF 4-NIP. [45], Eric Bana commented that the shoot was "Ridiculously serious... a silent set, morbid in a lot of ways." $20 million was already spent on script development, computer animation, and prosthetics work. [27][28] Hensleigh subsequently rewrote the script with J. J. Abrams. Locations included Advanced Light Source, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Oakland, Treasure Island military base, and the sequoia forests of Porterville, before several weeks in the Utah and California deserts. [47] Lee provided some motion capture work in post-production. Hulk (Video Game 2003) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The public already criticized the visual and special effects, although it was not the film's final editing cut. "[69] Ty Burr of The Boston Globe felt "Jennifer Connelly reprises her stand-by-your-messed-up-scientist turn from A Beautiful Mind. Then Ross puts the 4-year-old Bruce into foster care. Rotten Tomatoes' critical consensus calls it an ambitious and stylish film that focuses too much on dialogue at the cost of action. Lee told him that he was shooting a Greek tragedy: he would be making a "whole other movie" about the Hulk at Industrial Light & Magic. [8] In October 1997, Hulk had entered pre-production with the creation of prosthetic makeup and computer animation already underway. Directed by Louis Leterrier. The Incredible Hulk (2008) Full Cast & Crew. [78] Upon the film's release, screenwriter James Schamus started to plan a sequel, featuring Hulk's Grey Hulk persona and considered to use The Leader and the Abomination as villains. During filming, producer Avi Arad targeted a May 2005 theatrical release date for a sequel. [41][42][43][44] Mychael Danna, who previously collaborated with Lee on Ride with the Devil and The Ice Storm, was set to compose the film score before dropping out. David reappears, working as a janitor in the lab building, and begins infiltrating Bruce's life. Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes (2000 Video Game) Hulk. Synopsis Unleash the hero within. Hulk (2003) Rated PG-13 For Sci-Fi Action Violence, Some Disturbing Images and Brief Partial Nudity 138 minutes Cast. [66] Although Peter Travers of Rolling Stone felt Hulk should have been shorter, he heavily praised the action sequences, especially the climax and cliffhanger. Thirty years later, Bruce is a brilliant researcher working at the University of California, Berkeley, with his ex-girlfriend and Ross's estranged daughter, Betty Ross. Schamus elected to get solo credit. They're presumed dead after Ross orders a Gamma Charge Bomb to end the fight. [4] With a final North American gross of $132.2 million, it became the largest opener not to earn $150 million. Bruce becomes the Hulk and injures Talbot and his henchmen. [55] And a 70-second teaser trailer was attached to Spider-Man on May 3, 2002. Eric Bana stars as Bruce Banner/Hulk, alongside Jennifer Connelly, Sam Elliott, Josh Lucas, and Nick Nolte. [54] It features the song "Set Me Free" by Velvet Revolver, which plays during the end credits. ", "Biggest Second Weekend Drops at the Box Office", "Biggest Opening Weekends at the Box Office", "The 30th Annual Saturn Awards Nominations", "Busting out: 'Hulk' stars aglow for the premiere", ". Directed by Ang Lee. Hulk co-creator/executive producer Stan Lee and former Hulk actor Lou Ferrigno made cameo appearances as security guards. [50] Then Elfman was approached by Universal's president of film music, Kathy Nelson. [37], Schamus was still rewriting the script in October 2001. [23] The studio wanted Hensleigh to rewrite the script due to his successful results on Johnston's Jumanji. Talbot appears and attacks the enraged Bruce about the lab. (uncredited), film scanning and recording supervisor (uncredited), chief digital model supervisor: preproduction R&D (uncredited), manager: digital production resources (uncredited), art department creative director: ILM (uncredited), digital paint and rotoscope artist (uncredited), visual effects coordinator: partial (uncredited), visual effects accountant: ILM (uncredited), visual effects coordinator: ILM (uncredited), visual effects production assistant: ILM (uncredited), digital matte technical support (uncredited), stunt coordinator (as Charlie Croughwell), stunt double: Jennifer Connelly (uncredited), second assistant camera: additional photography, second assistant camera: San Francisco additional camera, Steadicam operator / camera operator: "b" camera, rigging gaffer: San Francisco (as Robert E. Powell), first assistant camera: additional photography (uncredited), post-production coordinator (as Elizabeth Dionne), editorial assistant / post-production assistant, assistant location manager: San Francisco (as Richard J. Mark Ruffalo made his first appearance as the new Incredible Hulk as Marvel unveiled the complete cast for The Avengers film at Comic-Con Saturday. The Hulk finds Betty at her forest cabin. [40], Filming began on March 18, 2002, in Arizona and moved on April 19 to the San Francisco Bay Area. A reboot, titled The Incredible Hulk, was released on June 13, 2008, as the second film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Hayter's draft featured The Leader, Zzzax, and the Absorbing Man as the villains, who are depicted as colleagues of Banner and get caught in the same accident that creates the Hulk. [25] Hensleigh rewrote from scratch, coming up with a brand new storyline[8] featuring Bruce Banner, who, before the accident which turns him into The Hulk, experiments with gamma-irradiated insect DNA on three convicts, transforming them into "insect men"[26] that cause havoc. [48][49], Danny Elfman composed the film score for Hulk after scoring Spider-Man the previous year. Filming of Hulk constituted hiring 3,000 local workers, generating over $10 million into the local economy. Zak Penn then rewrote it. Technical Specs, See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro, special makeup effects artist: KNB FX Group. Bruce Banner, a genetics researcher with a tragic past, suffers an accident that causes him to transform into a raging green monster when he gets angry. [62], On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a 62% approval rating based on 235 reviews and an average rating of 6.26/10. Bruce becomes the Hulk and fights David. "Exclusive: Leterrier [sic], Feige and Hurd on Hulk's Return, Live-action theatrical films based on Marvel Comics, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Sony Pictures Universe of Marvel Characters, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Hulk_(film)&oldid=1002366783, Album articles lacking alt text for covers, Official website different in Wikidata and Wikipedia, Wikipedia articles with WorldCat-VIAF identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Michael and David Kronenberg as Young Bruce Banner, This page was last edited on 24 January 2021, at 02:24. $4.75 +$4.95 shipping. Mrs. Krenzler adopts him, after which Bruce takes on the name and grows up believing his birth parents are dead. John Turman, a Hulk comic book fan, was brought to write the script in 1994, getting approval from Lee. Later, a suspicious Ross arrives to question Bruce. Bruce's rage grows from the rising tensions around him and activates his gamma-radiated DNA. Ebert also liked how the Hulk's movements resembled King Kong. | [31][32], France stated his vision of the film was different from the other drafts, which based Bruce Banner on his "amiable, nerdy genius" incarnation in the 1960s. Followers. Talbot takes control from Ross, forcing Betty to return home. [79] Marvel asked for Abomination's inclusion to be an actual threat to Hulk, unlike General Ross. "[71], Hulk received retrospective praise from critics for its artistic difference from other superhero films by Marvel and DC comics, etc. [52] "They did leave some of my music in the movie," said Danna, "so the Arabic singing and some of the drumming is mine. Before playing the character in the MCU's The Incredible Hulk, Edward Norton was almost cast as Bruce Banner in 2003's Hulk, starring Eric Bana. Frequent Ang Lee collaborator Mychael Danna was the film's original composer; however, studio executives rejected Danna's score for its non-traditional approach, which featured Japanese taiko, African drumming, and Arabic singing. Bana won the Best Actor at the 2000 Stockholm Film Festival and also the AFI 2000 Best Actor Award. He battles and defeats the army in the desert and leaps to San Francisco to find Betty. EFX Group, special effects foreman / special effects technician, visual effects editor (as Scott Balcerek), practical effects: ILM (as Richard Demolski), visual effects producer: Asylum (as Lindsay Burnett), visual effects co-supervisor: ILM (as Ed Hirsh), visual effects producer: main title sequence, lead concept designer: ILM / visual effects art director: ILM, software engineer: research and development, compositing supervisor: ILM (as Marshall Krasser), visual effects producer (as Tom Peitzman), on-set data and motion capture supervisor: ILM, visual effects director of photography: teaser only, visual effects associate producer: main title sequence: yU+co. They set the property up at Universal Pictures in 1992. Eric Bana as Bruce Banner. Filming for Hulk was to start in April 2000. Nick Nolte as Father. "[70] Lisa Schwarzbaum of Entertainment Weekly stated, "a big-budget comic-book adaptation has rarely felt so humorless and intellectually defensive about its own pulpy roots. [34] Lee was dissatisfied with Hayter's script and commissioned Schamus for a rewrite, merging Banner's father with the Absorbing Man. [8][27], Filming was set to start in December 1997 in Arizona for a summer 1999 release date, but filming was pushed back for four months. In a fit of rage, David causes the facilities' gamma reactor to explode. Make Offer - Maisto Marvel Die Cast Collection. The penultimate battle scene between Hulk and his father used the real Pear Lake in Sequoia National Park as a backdrop. He later uses some of Bruce's DNA for animal experimentation. In 2012, Matt Zoller Seitz cited the film as one of the few big-budget superhero films that "really departed from formula, in terms of subject matter or tone", writing that the film is "pretty bizarre... in its old-school Freudian psychology, but interesting for that reason". Johnny Kastl and Daniel Dae Kim have small roles as soldiers. The Incredible Hulk: How Edward Norton ALMOST Played Bruce Banner Before the MCU. With Eric Bana, Jennifer Connelly, Sam Elliott, Josh Lucas. Hulk (2003 film) vs. Ares (DCEU) MetalGary. 1 Biography 2 Gallery 2.1 Images 2.2 Videos 3 Navigation Glenn Talbot is a former millitary officer-turned-bioscience executive at a company that is also a politically powerful Defense Department contractor. Young Bruce is a withdrawn and closed child, rarely outwardly expressing emotion even in extreme cases, with patches of green skin that appear when he feels intense emotions. Additional software used included PowerAnimator, Softimage Creative Environment, Softimage XSI, and Pixar's RenderMan. David Banner is a genetics researcher trying to improve human DNA by experimenting on himself. Bruce suffers an accident while saving his colleague Harper from a malfunctioning gammasphere. Many Hulk sightings still occur a year later since Bruce finds exile in the Amazon Rainforest as a medical camp doctor. The Hulk (2003) should have been an exciting and fun, complex and entertaining, psychological-drama, action, adventure thriller. Now an Army general, Ross begins investigating and becomes concerned for Betty's safety around Bruce. Company Credits In 2003 Cara Buono was cast to play the character Edith Banner who was the mother of Bruce Banner better known as Hulk.

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